The first thing you should know about me is: I love what I do. From the time I was very young, I’ve been drawn to the beauty and calming influence of nature and how it reinforces the interconnectedness of all things. Growing up in rural Maine, the oldest of four, my siblings and I spent a lot of time roaming about the hills and woods. We would play and hike for hours, and then swim in the lake. And, of course, we loved trips to the ocean. The ocean has always been a place of healing for me. A little more about that later.

It feels like it was a natural progression for me to take up yoga.

My mother—being the wise woman she is—gave me a book on yoga, and as I practiced the postures and flows, it all felt right. The connection of body. mind, and breath, and tuning into the cosmic flow, made so much sense to me even back then. I began a dedicated yoga and meditation practice and eventually became a teacher.

In 2002, I had my first craniosacral session, and it was life-changing.

I could feel my body moving into balance. I felt at ease within myself when the flow of my cerebrospinal fluid was balanced. I had found my calling.

So, after 10 years as an elementary school teacher, I made a career shift into the healing arts. My passion for teaching came with me, and I enjoy educating and supporting my clients on their healing journeys.

Being a lifelong student, I continue to learn and grow. When I heard about Somatic Experiencing, I was intrigued. As I studied and saw how beautifully Somatic Experiencing integrated with Craniosacral sessions, I knew I wanted to provide it for my clients. I finished my training in 2013. That was also the year I began studying Tibetan Medicine with Dr. Jampa Yonten of Bangalore, India. So, as you can see, my hunger for learning has resulted in an expansive offering of healing modalities for my clients. It’s a win-win.